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Saad Arous Appointed President of Algeria's Electoral Authority
Saad Arous has formally assumed the presidency of Algeria's National Independent Authority for Elections (ANIE), succeeding interim head Khelfane Karim. The transition, enacted by presidential decree, comes as Algeria prepares for key electoral milestones.
Mauritanian Opposition Party Suspends Dialogue Over Detained Leader
The opposition party " La Mauritanie en avant " has halted its participation in national dialogue preparations, demanding the release of executive member Lebatt Ould Mayouf, whose arrest remains unexplained by authorities.
Senegal's Ruling Party Demands 2027 Local Elections Stay on Schedule
Senegal's Pastef party, which holds a parliamentary majority, has called on the government to adhere to the electoral calendar and hold local elections by 17 January 2027, warning that legal deadlines for setting the vote have already passed.
Retired General from 'Mauritanie en avant' Summoned Over Media Comments
Mauritania's cybercrime commission has summoned retired General Lebatt Ould Mayouf, a senior member of 'Mauritanie en avant', over his participation in a media programme, raising concerns about political freedoms and legal risks for opposition figures.
Al-Sisi Orders Sweeping Review of Real Estate and Utility Oversight
President Abdel Fattah el-Sisi has directed a comprehensive review of real estate contracts, electricity billing, and market controls, aiming to strengthen accountability and improve living conditions across Egypt. The measures signal a push for greater transparency and stricter enforcement.
Contract Dispute Over Youcef Belaïli Triggers Complaint in Tunisian Football
Étoile Sportive du Sahel has formally challenged the eligibility of Youcef Belaïli in a recent match against Espérance de Tunis, citing unresolved contractual issues involving MC Alger. The case could impact the official result.
Algerian Schools Ordered to Accept Electronic Civil Status Documents
Algeria's Ministry of National Education has mandated that schools must accept electronic civil status documents, ending the requirement for paper copies. The move aims to streamline administrative processes and advance digital transformation.
Algiers Sets Five-Day Deadline for Ageing Bus Operators to Renew Permits
Transport authorities in Algiers have issued a final five-day ultimatum for operators of buses over 30 years old to renew their operating permits or face automatic withdrawal, as part of a wider push to modernise the public transport fleet.
Libyan Experts Forum Sets Out National Development Priorities
The first Libyan Experts Forum in Tripoli concluded with recommendations to accelerate digital transformation, health sector reform, and infrastructure upgrades, aiming to strengthen state capacity and support Libya's economic diversification.
Libya's Ministry of Health advances PharmaGate for pharmaceutical regulation
Libya's Ministry of Health is expanding its PharmaGate digital platform to centralise the registration and oversight of pharmaceutical companies, aiming to improve transparency, efficiency, and data management in the sector.
Egypt contains oil spill after South Sinai pipeline leak
Egyptian authorities have contained a crude oil spill stretching three kilometres off Ras Badran near Abu Redis in South Sinai, after identifying and repairing a pipeline leak. Environmental monitoring and legal action are ongoing to assess damage and accountability.
Egypt Plans 'Qeema' Certificate to Tie Industrial Incentives to Performance
Egypt's Ministry of Industry is considering a new 'Qeema' Certificate system that would link government incentives for industrial firms to their performance, aiming to deepen local manufacturing and improve the effectiveness of Egypt's product preference policy.
Mauritania Appoints New Members to National Human Rights Commission
Mauritania's presidency has announced the appointment of new members to the Commission nationale des Droits de l'Homme, a move that could influence the country's human rights oversight and institutional capacity in the coming years.
Oran Court Increases Sentences in Armed Robbery of 1.6 Billion Centimes
The Oran Court has handed down harsher sentences in a high-profile armed robbery case in Bir El Djir, raising the main defendant's prison term to seven years and issuing a ten-year sentence in absentia for his accomplice.
Algeria Slashes Banana Prices as Government Tightens Import Controls
Banana prices in Algeria have dropped from 850 to around 420 dinars per kilogram after the government imposed strict import regulations and expanded the pool of licensed importers, aiming to curb speculation and restore market stability.
Egypt's FRA suspends consumer finance firm after unauthorised school loans
Egypt's Financial Regulatory Authority has suspended a consumer finance company, revoked its CEO's licence, and initiated criminal proceedings after the firm exploited parents' data to issue unauthorised loans for school fees, raising regulatory and consumer protection concerns.
Algeria Schedules Special Hadj Lottery for Elderly Pilgrims in 2027
Algeria's Ministry of the Interior will hold a special Hadj lottery on 29 August 2026 for citizens aged 70 and above who have applied at least ten times without success, allocating 2,000 pilgrimage slots to this group.
Ayoub Aissiou Extradition Case Tests Algeria-Europe Relations
Ayoub Aissiou, an Algerian businessman sentenced in absentia to 20 years in Algeria, remains detained in Spain as Madrid weighs an extradition request. The case has triggered a high-profile European campaign for his release and highlights regional diplomatic tensions.
Mauritania Orders Digital Transport Operators to Comply Within 15 Days
Mauritania's road transport regulator has given companies operating via digital platforms 15 days to meet legal requirements or face suspension and legal action, signalling a tightening of oversight in the sector.
Algeria Launches 'Tabligh' Platform to Report Corruption Cases
Algeria's Ministry of Labour has introduced 'Tabligh', a digital platform enabling citizens to report corruption across all levels of the ministry. The initiative aims to strengthen transparency and support the national anti-corruption strategy.
Libya's Central Bank and Government Reaffirm Unified Spending Commitment
Libya's Central Bank Governor Naji Issa and Prime Minister Abdel Hamid Aldabaiba have reiterated their commitment to the US-brokered Unified Spending Agreement, aiming to strengthen fiscal and monetary coordination and ensure compliance with agreed financial measures.
Algeria Increases Penalties for Unqualified Transport Operators
Algeria has introduced stricter penalties for operating passenger or freight transport services without a professional qualification certificate, including up to two years in prison and fines reaching 200,000 dinars. The move aims to improve road safety and regulatory compliance.
U.S. Welcomes UN-Brokered Electoral Agreement Between Libyan Parties
Massad Boulos, U.S. Senior Advisor for Arab and African Affairs, has welcomed the UN-brokered agreement reached in Tunis between Libya's rival political factions, calling it a significant step toward establishing electoral laws and advancing national elections.
Mauritania Clarifies Criteria for Doctor Transfers After Union Protest
Mauritania's Ministry of Health has reaffirmed that the transfer and assignment of general practitioners for 2026 will follow merit-based, transparent criteria, following union criticism over the process and calls for greater fairness and oversight.
Algerian Drivers Face 10,000 Dinar Fine for Night Driving Without Lights
Algeria's Gendarmerie nationale has warned that motorists driving at night without proper vehicle lighting on unlit roads risk a 10,000 dinar fine under Article 121/D-6 of the road code. The measure aims to improve road safety.
Nouakchott Residents Protest Mobile Antenna Construction on Public Spaces
The installation of telecom pylons on public squares in Nouakchott has triggered strong opposition from local residents and prompted intervention by authorities, raising questions about regulatory oversight and the use of public land in Mauritania's capital.
Mauritanian Education Unions to Stage Sit-In Over Ministry Exclusion
Twelve Mauritanian education unions under the 'Hadiroun' coalition will begin a sit-in at the Ministry of Education on 31 August, protesting what they describe as exclusion from union representation and unilateral election procedures.
Moroccan Customs Seize 54kg of Gold from Mauritanian Family at Casablanca Airport
Moroccan authorities have detained a Mauritanian family after intercepting 54kg of undeclared gold at Casablanca's Mohammed V Airport. The case raises questions over diplomatic passports, cross-border gold flows, and customs enforcement.
Mauritanian Opposition Rejects Calls for Third Presidential Term
Mauritania's main opposition coalition has firmly rejected recent calls to allow President Mohamed Ould Ghazouani a third term, warning that any attempt to alter constitutional term limits threatens the country's political stability and peaceful transfer of power.
Egypt issues regulatory framework for short selling on EGX
Egypt's Financial Regulatory Authority has approved a comprehensive framework for short selling on the Egyptian Exchange, introducing new risk controls and operational requirements as part of broader capital market reforms.
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